Knowledge

We produce and commission resources and editorial that support artist development and visibility. Our research provides vital insight into the experiences of people living and working in the South West.

Resources

Guides, toolkits, templates and directories to support practice.

Supporting artists to create self sustaining peer learning groups LOW PROFILE share their approach to artists professional development and forming peer networks in rural contexts in the South West.
Professional development'Master of Some?' by Barry Sykes A personal guide to sustaining your practice for early career artists and practitioners. Commissioned by VASW and university partners.
Professional developmentHow to make art that pleases you too! by Samra Mayanja A guide for people interested in socially engaged practice for early career artists and practitioners. Commissioned by VASW and university partners.
Professional developmentArtist Self-Publishing: A How-To Guide by Sofia Niazi A guide to artist self-publishing for early career artists and practitioners. Commissioned by VASW and University partners.
Disability ArtsACE applications: How to get ready for access support A guide to getting access support and working with an access worker to help with writing an Arts Council application.
EquityCrèche (of) Course A step-by-step guide on how to set up an ad-hoc crèche - for individuals and institutions. By Conway and Young.
Professional developmentA Guide to Developing Your Practice by Natasha Thembiso Ruwona A guide to developing your practice for early career artists and practitioners. Commissioned by VASW and University partners.
Professional developmentTIME-MONEY-MAGIC: public art for beginners by Jes Fernie A guide to public art commissioning for early career artists and practitioners. Commissioned by VASW and University partners

Editorial

Articles, essays, interviews and reviews from the sector.

Research

Reports, surveys and data about the visual arts sector.

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